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Is it legal for me to sell my used clothing on my front lawn without a vendor's permit?

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If you sell it on your own property, you are fine. But if you try to sell your stuff on someone else's property, you would need a permit or permission from the owner.

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Can I sell smartphone accessories on the street?

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If you have a permit to do so, yes.

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Do kids have to be licensed to sell things other than food on the street?

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Usually local ordinances dictate street food vendors. Where you live, it is possible that the law would say something like all food vendors have to be licensed or have a permit. This would include kids. If you're only doing something similar to a lemonade stand. Then that is fine. No cop will ever shut you down for that, unless you turn into some famous big time vendor, then you would probably want to look into getting some permits.

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Do I need a permit to sell merchandise at a park?

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Yes, you need a permit to operate a commercial business.

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Do I really need to have a permit to sell lemonade at the end of my driveway?

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No. You don't need a permit to sell lemonade from your driveway. If you were trying to sell it at a public place, then you would.

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I make my own skirts and tote bags in Detroit. Do I need a permit?

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If you are going to sell just inside your garage with gates open, you wouldn't need a permit. However, if you are planning to have your own store built, you need a permit.

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Is it legal for people to loiter in front of my business and sell their products to my potential customers?

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If they are on your property, then no, it is not. If it's not your property, then it's perfectly legal for them to stand there (though they may need a permit).

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Can I sell fruit on the street corner?

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You could do but you should ensure that it is ripe and washed. Have a sign stating such, as reassurance for buyers. You might also consider selling smoothies or fruit juices made from some of the fruit, as an additional way to obtain some money. Of course, you'll need a blender or juicer and electricity for that.

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Is it illegal to sell food in public areas in Colorado?

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You need to have a permit or license to prepare and sell food in public. Food vendor permits are not hard to obtain, and the fee to get the license is usually no more than $100. If you are caught selling food or beverages without a permit, you will probably be fined.

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Can I sell wood carvings on my lawn?

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Yes, you can sell whatever you want on your property as long as it's not illegal and it's safe.

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Is it legal to sell slime in front of my house?

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Yes, because it is on your own property. If it weren’t your property you would need a permit.

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Can I sell burnt cds to make money on the streets?

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You can if you have a permit.

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Can I sell inappropriate books?

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It depends on how old you are, who you are selling them to and where, and whether or not you care about what this might do to your reputation.

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Could I sell homemade cards at my local park as a teenager?

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You probably could, but check your park's code for selling objects, and look into if you need a license to sell things in your specific area.

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Can I sell clothing accessories outside of events?

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You can if you get permission from the venue and/or those running the event first.

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I'm a makeup artist and a fine art artist. Would I register my business with both, or separate?

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It's up to you, but because they both have to do with art I would say keep them together. This can also help you sell. For instance if someone doesn't want one service, they may pay for another.

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Can I sell cards on a playground?

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You will probably need permission from school administrators to do that (or you can just do it on the sly and try not to get caught.

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Can I sell flowers in my front yard that I am growing in the back?

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Yes, since it's your property, you should have no problems selling flowers in your front yard.

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Can I sell artwork or stuffed animals in a public place without a permit?

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To do so, you probably need to get a permit. Check your local laws on your city, county and state websites.

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Is it legal to sell food from my home?

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It may be legal to sell food from your home if you get a food handler's permit. Check with your local county clerk's office to find out what type of permit you need.

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How do I get a permit to sell things on the street?

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Visit your county clerk's office. Then, apply for your permit and pay the necessary fees.

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Do I need a permit to sell things at a swap meet?

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Yes, you'll need to get a permit. Sellers at a swap meet are considered retailers, so you have to have a permit to operate a retail business.

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Is it legal to sell things I have scavenged or found?

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As long as the products aren't stolen, it's legal to sell scavenged or found objects, such as trash or discarded wood. However, don't sell items that clearly belong to someone, such as a bicycle you found at the park or a phone you found in a bathroom.

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Do I need a permit to sell wooden accessories in the streets of New York City? Where would I get the permit?

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Yes, you do need a permit to sell in NYC. Visit the Department of Consumer Affairs to apply for a General Street Vendor License. However, these permits are usually given to veterans, and permits for non-veterans are limited.

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May I sell my succulent plants in pots on the corner of our street in a vacant public area?

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Get a permit from your county clerk's office before you sell your products. Otherwise, it's likely illegal.

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Can I sell cookies in my drive through?

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You'll need to get a food handler's license and a retail permit to sell your homemade cookies. However, it's legal to sell out of your driveway if you have the proper documents.

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How much should I sell hot chocolate for?

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If it is a small amount, 50 cents to a dollar. If the cup is bigger, then 1-2 dollars.

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Do I need legal permission to sell things in a park?

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Yes. In some places, it is required to have an official permit from the landlord. In some places, however, you do not need any permission. Just make sure it's fine with your parents and ask the landlord.

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I make handmade greeting cards / wrapping paper and gift tags, etc. Is it legal for me to just set up a pop-up, small table stand on a busy downtown area corner? I've seen others selling jewelry.

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Generally, yes! Check local laws and regulations to be sure. It's possible they could require you to get a permit.

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